Art Class, launched by director Vincent Peone and EP Geno Imbriale in 2018, has added directors Adam Azimov and Eric Kiel to its roster. This marks Azimov’s first official U.S. representation; he had previously been freelancing in the American ad market. Kiel’s past affiliations were Rabbit, NYC, and Pictures in a Row, L.A. Azimov’s filmmaking career took off with Silent Cargo, winning him Best Short Film at the ReelWorld Film Festival. Azimov has landed campaigns for Toyota and McDonald’s, and been shortlisted for industry honors including at The One Show and Clio Awards. One of Azimov’s standout projects is a high-energy hockey commercial he directed for adidas. His vision looked beyond the NHL superstars’ popular personas to showcase their individuality on and off the ice, shot via a mix of formats including an ALEXA, iPhones, GoPros, drones, and an old Hi-8 camera. Kiel meanwhile has a 20-year history as a commercial photographer, and has been directing for half that time. Even with his vast experience in media production, Kiel started in live action from the ground up, shadowing on set to learn as much as he could about being a strong leader. Believing the collaboration between director and crew is the glue to making a great commercial, Kiel has assembled a close network of DPs, editors, and producers to call upon for projects specific to the areas they thrive in. The former dive instructor has shot commercials underwater, along with equally adventurous ads in all types of geographic extremes. Kiel’s daringness and preference for working lean has landed him brand work for Land Rover, Chevy Silverado, GMC, Tabasco, New Holland, John Deere, Pep Boys, XOJet, Yeti, Dick’s Sporting Goods, FOX Sports, Pfizer, Marriott, Cargill, Decked, Ski-Doo, HP, Patagonia, and Outside Magazine…..
Oscar and Emmy-Winning Composer Kris Bowers Joins Barking Owl For Advertising, Branded Content
Music, audio post and sonic branding house Barking Owl has taken on exclusive representation of Oscar and Emmy-winning composer Kris Bowers for advertising and branded content.
Bowers’ recent film scores include The Wild Robot and Bob Marley: One Love, alongside acclaimed past works such as The Color Purple (2023), King Richard and Green Book. His contributions to television are equally impressive, with scores for hit series like Bridgerton, When They See Us, Dear White People, and his Daytime Emmy Award-winning score for The Snowy Day.
In addition to his work as a composer, Bowers is a visionary director. He recently took home the Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject for his directorial work on The Last Repair Shop. The emotionally touching short film spotlights four of the people responsible for repairing the musical instruments used by students in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The Last Repair Shop reflects the positive influence that musical instruments have on the youngsters who play them, and the adults in the LAUSD free repair service who keep them working and in tune.
Barking Owl CEO Kirkland Alexander Lynch said of Bowers, “His artistry, diversity of style and depth of storytelling bring an unparalleled edge to the work we create for global brands. His presence on our roster reflects our continued commitment to pushing the boundaries of sound and music in advertising.”
Johanna Cranitch, creative director, Barking Owl, added, “Kris first caught my attention when he released his record ‘Heroes + Misfits’ where he fused together his jazz sensibility with a deeply ingrained aptitude for melody, so beautifully.... Read More